Transmission Line Engineer

1 month ago


Chicago, United States Dashiell Full time

Job Title: Transmission Line Engineer

Job Location: 720 East Butterfield Road STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148

Primary Function:

Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and electrical practices. Requires knowledge of transmission systems from 34.5kV to 500kV with familiarity with basic principles related to line design and practices related to this specialization. Successful candidates may be placed in job titles ranging from Design Engineer II, Engineer, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Engineer based upon experience and knowledge in the field. Duties & Responsibilities:

Generate cost-effective designs for high voltage electrical transmission lines Represent the Engineering department and participate in inter-department meetings Attend meetings with customers as needed to support the Sales department and the engineers Monitor team progress and activities to ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget and exceed customer expectations Able to perform transmission line engineering work independently. Balance innovation and standardization of work processes Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer level individuals will ensure that projects meet quality and schedule objectives Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by assignments Other duties as required Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

Bachelor degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. Knowledge and demonstrated experience in transmission line design; successful candidates will have at least 3 years; experience in transmission line design with more senior level positions requiring 10 years or more in hands-on design. Must be a licensed professional engineer with the ability to become licensed in multiple states or must be able to gain a license within one year of hire. Minimum 3 years experience in actual hands-on design work as it relates to transmission line design Experience in preparing cost-effective designs in EPC environment Effective oral and written communication skills Knowledge and understanding of transmission engineering, including routing issues, conductor selection, structure determination, plan and profile development, material takeoffs, etc. Knowledge and understanding of substation structures, foundations, and site development issues Knowledge of common engineering application software, particularly such tools as PLS-CADD Knowledge and understanding of engineering standards including NESC, IEEE, ASCE, ACI, and ANSI that apply to transmission design Extensive knowledge of design documents and drawings necessary for a complete project Physical Requirements

This position requires minimal physical effort. Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year-round weather conditions and noise. Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically. May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.

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